Cowboys Aiming For WR Addition
In 2025, CeeDee Lamb will of course operate as the focal point of the Cowboys’ passing attack. The team is lacking in depth beyond him at the receiver position as things stand, so to no surprise an addition is being sought out. “We’re still open to looking at a really explosive number
Five-time Pro Bowl LT Terron Armstead to retire
The Dolphins will indeed be without Terron Armstead for 2025 and beyond. The veteran left tackle is retiring, as first reported by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Armstead’s playing future has been in question this offseason, with many indications pointing to him hanging up his cleats. Miami entered free agency with the
Dolphins LT Terron Armstead To Retire
The Dolphins will indeed be without Terron Armstead for 2025 and beyond. The veteran left tackle is retiring, as first reported by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Armstead’s playing future has been in question this offseason, with many indications pointing to him hanging up his cleats. Miami entered free agency with the presumption
Dolphins LT Terron Armstead retires
The Dolphins fully expected it. And it’s now official. Left tackle Terron Armstead has retired, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media. A third-round pick of the Saints in 2013 out of Arkansas-Pine Bluff, Armstead spent nine years in New Orleans and three in Miami. He was a five-time Pro
Bears Eyeing CB Kyler Gordon Extension
Kyler Gordon is among the extension candidates on Chicago’s roster, and a new deal was floated as a likely objective for the team earlier this offseason. The latest comments on that front from general manager Ryan Poles confirm that is the case. “That will still be a priority,” Poles said of a Gordon extension
Panthers Planning S Addition
The Panthers made a number of lucrative additions on the defensive side of the ball early in free agency. That effort included a three-year deal for Tre’von Moehrig, but more can be expected at the safety position. Moehrig enjoyed a strong walk year in 2024, his fourth and final campaign with
Titans may have tipped hand with big-time decisions
The Tennessee Titans own the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, and they may have dropped a big hit on who they are going select in that spot. Or perhaps more accurately, who they are not going to select. According to Jim Wyatt of the Titans’ website,
Titans Cancel Travis Hunter Workout
It was learned earlier today the Titans will not conduct a private workout with quarterback Shedeur Sanders. One had been on the books, with the same being true of his Colorado teammate Travis Hunter. Now, though, Tennessee will also pass on a Hunter workout. The Ringer’s Todd McShay notes no workout with
Titans may have tipped hand with Shedeur Sanders decision
The Tennessee Titans own the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, and they may have dropped a big hit on who they are going select in that spot. Or perhaps more accurately, who they are not going to select. According to Jim Wyatt of the Titans’ website,
NFL anticipates being a “target” for more antitrust claims
The NFL has a new top lawyer. The NFL expects to have some old legal problems. During the recent league meetings, owners were informed that Ted Ullyot will succeed Jeff Pash as the NFL’s general counsel. And even though the business of pro football continues to boom, challenges will persist.
Serious Discussions On 18-Game Schedule Yet To Begin; 2027 Implementation Possible
In the lead-in to the recent league meetings, it was reported talks on expanding the NFL schedule to 18 regular season games would likely be a topic of serious discussion. That did not prove to be the case, but the universal expectation remains that adding one regular season contest is
Browns seen as favorite to draft Travis Hunter at No. 2?
Provided the Titans select Cam Ward first overall, the Browns will have their choice of the consensus top two prospects in the 2025 draft class. Penn State edge-rusher Abdul Carter and two-way Colorado star Travis Hunter have each received plenty of attention from teams at the top of the board,
Woody Johnson hints (inaccurately) at NFLPA report cards violating the CBA
Faced with the rare accountability that comes from the NFL Players Association’s annual report cards, some owners dismiss the feedback. Others take it to heart. This week, Jets owner Woody Johnson attacked the “F” he received in the latest NFLPA survey as “totally bogus.” As noted by Ben Fischer of
Bengals Approaching Deadline On Stadium Lease Agreement
Negotiations are ongoing between the Bengals and Hamilton County over the future of Paycor Stadium. A June 30 deadline looms which will play a key role in deciding how the franchise proceeds with respect to its location. The Bengals will have to choose by that date on exercising an option
Notable team cancels private workout with Shedeur Sanders
A notable team canceled a scheduled private workout with former Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders on Saturday. The Tennessee Titans are calling off their private workout with Sanders, according to Jim Wyatt of the team’s official website. The decision was made mutually after the Titans and Sanders’ camp met up following
Titans, Shedeur Sanders agree to cancel private workout
The Titans had a private workout with Miami quarterback Cam Ward. They won’t be having a private workout with Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders. Via Jim Wyatt of the team’s official website, the Titans and Sanders mutually agreed to cancel the private workout after Friday’s Pro Day. “The Titans have seen
Browns Seen As Favorite To Draft Travis Hunter At No. 2?
Provided the Titans select Cam Ward first overall, the Browns will have their choice of the consensus top two prospects in the 2025 draft class. Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter and two-way Colorado star Travis Hunter have each received plenty of attention from teams at the top of the board, and it would come as
Shedeur Sanders To Work Out With Browns; Titans Visit Canceled
APRIL 5: In the wake of Colorado’s pro day, Titans officials met with Sanders and his camp. A decision was made to cancel his Tennessee workout, as noted by team reporter Jim Wyatt. Ward remains the favorite to go No. 1 in the draft, and this development certainly represents another indication
Bengals, Bears could (in theory) come together and pay for a stadium in Chicago
New York (OK, New Jersey) has two teams. Los Angeles has two. If London ever has one, it likely will have two. What about Chicago? The market currently supports two teams in the sport that used to be America’s pastime. And with the Bears getting nowhere when it comes to
Mike McDaniel Addresses Tyreek Hill’s Dolphins Future; Latest On Terron Armstead
For a player who received a $54MM guarantee last summer, despite three years remaining on his previous contract, Tyreek Hill keeps coming up in trade rumors. This can be expected given how the mercurial star’s 2024 season ended. More Hill social media inferences toward a potential Miami departure surfaced recently.
Trey McBride: No pressure due to extension, will keep doing things the same way
Trey McBride’s approach to his first three NFL seasons worked out well enough for the Cardinals to make him the highest-paid tight end in the NFL, so he’s not planning to change anything in Year Four. McBride signed a four-year, $76 million contract extension this week and said it was
Referee Tra Blake is reassigned to umpire
Referee Tra Blake will no longer be a referee. FootballZebras.com reports that the NFL has reassigned Blake to umpire. Blake had spent three years in that position, after previously serving as an umpire. The reason for the move wasn’t given. Given that most officials aspire to become referees, it’s fair
Ticket brokers sue Texans over changes to season-ticket procedures
The age of widespread legalized ticket reselling has not unfolded without a few potholes. Or lawsuits. Via Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle, a group of 19 ticket brokers has sued the Texans over changes to the team’s season-ticket policies. The brokers have owned personal seat licenses with the
NFC West Notes:
Not only did the Broncos manage to withstand an 11th-hour 49ers push for Dre Greenlaw, the AFC West team appears to have won out for the talented linebacker despite submitting a lesser offer. Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch trekked to Greenlaw’s Texas home to convince the longtime Fred Warner wingman
Lawsuit sparked by Mississippi welfare-fraud scandal involving Brett Favre is dismissed
A Mississippi welfare-fraud scandal that caught national attention due in part to the involvement of Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre (who has been charged with no crimes and who has denied any wrongdoing) sparked multiple defamation lawsuits. One of them was dismissed on Friday. Via Mark Fainaru-Wada of ESPN.com,
The 49ers seem intent on breaking the bank for Brock Purdy
Under coach Kyle Shanahan and G.M. John Lynch, it took the 49ers six years to find an answer at the quarterback position. Now that they have one, it feels as if they’re preparing to grossly overpay him. This isn’t an anti-Brock Purdy take. It’s a realistic assessment of the market,
Cardinals To Meet With James Pearce, Jalon Walker, Mykel Williams
The Cardinals let Chandler Jones walk in free agency during the 2022 offseason, and they lost all-time great J.J. Watt and eventual All-Pro Zach Allen in 2023. Arizona did not come especially close to picking up the pieces during the 2023 and ’24 seasons, but the team’s offseason has acknowledged
It’s a winner’s choice book giveaway weekend
It’s been a hectic couple of weeks. So hectic that I haven’t had time to direct this platform toward the effort to sell a few books. Or to give a few away. This weekend, it’s winner’s choice. Father of Mine, Son of Mine, On Our Way Home. Hard copy, signed
Answering the big Travis Hunter question for his potential NFL suitors
Travis Hunter will likely be one of the top players in the 2025 NFL Draft, and it is no secret why. The former Colorado star was a full-time starter at wide receiver and cornerback. He caught 96 passes for 1,258 yards and 15 touchdowns at Colorado last season. Hunter had
Travis Hunter admits his position will depend on who drafts him
If Travis Hunter were still in college, he could play wherever he wanted to play. And he could condition his decision on whether his next team will let him play offense and defense. But in the sorting-hat ritual of the NFL, Hunter’s pro football position(s) won’t be determined by him.
Lions Remain In Contact With Za’Darius Smith; Reunion On Radar
A trade rental in the wake of what turned out to be a season-ending Aidan Hutchinson injury, Za’Darius Smith made some notable contributions for a depleted Lions team. Detroit, however, released the veteran edge rusher prior to a $7MM option bonus kicking in. This marked the second time an NFC
Jason Kelce says his words have been misunderstood by opponents of the tush push
Former Eagles center Jason Kelce has said that the tush push “sucks for the center.” He has said he used to yell, “Fuck my life” when the play was called. He has said the play is grueling. But he has never said it should be illegal. So when Kelce heard
Todd Bowles: We’ll see if the team that wins the overtime toss can run out the clock
The NFL made one change to overtime but did not make another change: The league’s 32 owners voted to require both teams to get a possession in overtime, but it voted down a proposal to extend regular-season overtime to 15 minutes, as it is in the playoffs. That could create
Ray Seals, who became an NFL starter without going to college, dies at 59
Ray Seals, who became notable for making it to the NFL without ever going to college, has died at the age of 59. Seals was a star football player at Henninger High School in Syracuse, but he decided not to go to college and to start working after graduating high
Cardinals Re-Sign T Kelvin Beachum
Kelvin Beachum will enjoy a rare opportunity to play an age-36 season as an offensive lineman. The veteran blocker will stay in Arizona to do so. The Cardinals are keeping their swing tackle around, with ESPN’s Adam Schefter indicating the parties have agreed on another contract. Returning to a role
Geno Smith’s contract shouldn’t impact Raiders’ draft plans, one way or the other
With quarterback Geno Smith signed to an extension, the Raiders are out of the running for a quarterback in the early rounds of the draft, right? Not necessarily. The Smith contract carries at most a two-year commitment. And if the Raiders are willing to roll the dice on Smith making
Chargers To Sign QB Trey Lance
Trey Lance will receive another chance in the NFL. The former No. 3 overall pick is signing with the Chargers, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. This will give the former North Dakota State star an opportunity to become Justin Herbert‘s backup, though Taylor Heinicke also re-signed last month. Lance will join
Deion Sanders believes Shedeuer and Travis Hunter should be the first two players drafted
Friday’s Colorado Pro Day was not like the usual Pro Day. Beyond the presence of head coach and Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, the event featured two of the top prospects in the upcoming draft. As Deion sees it, quarterback Shedeur Sanders and cornerback/receiver Travis Hunter are the
How new Patriots QB coach could help Drake Maye learn Josh McDaniels’ offense
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye improved aspects of his game, such as his footwork, while working with former New England quarterbacks coach T.C. McCartney and former offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt. A new coaching staff that includes longtime offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels and current quarterbacks coach Ashton Grant is now
QB Draft Rumors: Titans, Saints, Milroe, Manning
As the 2025 NFL Draft continues to draw nearer and nearer, we continue to see momentum towards the Titans selecting Miami quarterback Cam Ward with the No. 1 overall pick. While the team’s president of football operations, Chad Brinker, spoke recently about the time the team has spent evaluating top
NFC East team tried to lure Rob Gronkowski out of retirement — again
In February, future Hall of Fame tight end Rob Gronkowski firmly squashed a rumor that suggested he could end the second retirement of his playing career. During the latest episode of his “Dudes on Dudes” podcast, Gronkowski explained how Giants head coach Brian Daboll reached out to him to discuss possibly
Lamar Jackson sparks legal battle with Dale Earnhardt Jr. over No. 8
Last year, it was Lamar Jackson vs. Troy Aikman in a copyright squabble over No. 8. This year, the Ravens quarterback has a legal issue with another pro athlete who is associated with the same number. Attorney Josh Gerben has posted an item on his firm’s website regarding an April
Travis Hunter Starting To Trend Towards WR?
Early on in the pre-draft process, Colorado draft prospect Travis Hunter was being viewed much more as a potential NFL cornerback than a wide receiver. As time went on, we began to see a few teams, namely the Browns, who viewed Hunter primarily as a wide receiver at the next
Titans, Browns, Giants well represented at Colorado’s Pro Day
The teams with the top three picks in this year’s draft are well represented at the University of Colorado’s Pro Day workout on Friday. Titans General Manager Mike Borgonzi, president of football operations Chad Brinker, offensive coordinator Nick Holz, and defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson are all in Boulder as part
Analyst addresses Jalen Milroe’s potential fit with Steelers
At least one unnamed NFL executive reportedly believes that the Pittsburgh Steelers could make Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe the 21st overall pick of the 2025 draft even if the club signs Aaron Rodgers before the night of April 24 rolls around. During a recent appearance on “The Mina Kimes Show,”
Chiefs agree to deal with DE Janarius Robinson
Kansas City is adding some depth to its defensive line. Janarius Robinson has agreed to a deal with the Chiefs, according to agency SportsTrust Advisors. Robinson, 25, spent the last two seasons with the Raiders. He appeared in 10 games with one start for Las Vegas in 2024, recording five
QB Justin Fields To Start Season For Jets
When the Jets made the move to sign free agent quarterback Justin Fields, two things were made clear based on the makeup of his contract. First, with only a two-year deal, it was clear that this is still a prove-it contract for the young passer. Second, the $30MM of guaranteed
Dan Campbell on Aaron Glenn: If he can’t turn the Jets around, nobody can
Aaron Glenn is the head coach who can finally win with the Jets, according to his old boss. Lions head coach Dan Campbell said Glenn, who was Campbell’s defensive coordinator in Detroit, said that Glenn has everything it takes to be a successful NFL head coach. “As long as he’s
Roger Goodell reportedly has strong opinion about tush push
NFL owners are split on whether to ban the tush push play heading into the 2025 season, but commissioner Roger Goodell reportedly has a strong opinion. The Green Bay Packers submitted a formal proposal last month to ban the tush push, which has been made famous by Jalen Hurts and
Cal donors push for Ron Rivera to have more power over football program
The NIL phenomenon is bringing NFL fixtures to the NCAA, and stirring things up for one of college football’s biggest rivalries. With Stanford putting former Colts quarterback Andrew Luck fully in charge of the program as General Manager, multiple donors to the Cal NIL collective are shutting off the free-cash
















































